Book a trip to fascinating Japan
JAPAN is a place where you can experience the past and the future.
It may seem like a sea of ultra-modern skyscrapers with bright lights and bustling streets filled with life and excitement in the city, but it is also home to some of the breathtaking natural scenic spots nature has to offer that you need to see to believe.
Culture is deeply rooted in the day-to-day lives of the people and has not changed for centuries.
Japan has four seasons – spring is from March to May, summer, June to August, followed by autumn from September to November then winter, December to February.
The temperature varies each season, giving travellers a completely different experience when visiting at different times of the year.
Autumn is one of the best times to visit Japan as it is perfect for viewing autumn leaves, with its vivid colours and Insta-worthy shots.
Some of the best places to enjoy autumn leaf viewing are in Kyoto, where you can find numerous gardens and temples.
No matter where you visit in Japan, there will be stunning autumn foliage to view.
During winter, be prepared for unforgettable times when you ski in the slopes of Nagano and Tohoku.
For those who prefer other snow activities they can visit the many onsens throughout Japan for a warm relaxing dip in the hot springs, while taking in the mesmerising scenery.
At the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) booth at MATTA Fair KL 2018, you can expect fun and games, while you find out more about the country.
Amazing prizes await in popular Japanese ring toss game Wanage (Sept 7, noon-1pm, 6pm-7pm, Sept 8 and 9, 11am-11.30am, 6.30pm-7pm).
Or get a customised calligraphy hand fan (Sept 7, 2pm-3pm, 5.30pm-6pm, and Sept 8 and 9, 11.30am-noon, 6pm-6.30pm) and pose for a yukata photo session, where visitors can dress up in a yukata, a casual summer kimono usually made of cotton or synthetic fabric and unlined, popularly worn during Matsuri season in Japan (Sept 7-9, 4pm-5pm).
Food lovers can rejoice during a salmoncutting demonstration and tasting, where visitors will get a true taste of Japan (Sept 8 and 9, 2pm-3pm).
There will also be a sharing session by bloggers on where and what to visit for Muslim visitors.
The latest information can be obtained at the exhibitor booths from Japan.
The list of Japanese exhibitors include prefectural offices, government and private organisations.
They include Okayama, Kansai Tourism Bureau, Asakusa/Ueno (Taito City in Tokyo), Ibaraki Prefecture, Okinawa, Kobe Tourism Bureau, Aeon Hokkaido, Don Quijote, Samurai Wifi , JR-East Group, JR East and Gala Yuzawa, Hankyu-Hanshin-Daiichi Hotel Group, Hokkaido, Dormy Inn/Onyado Nono/ Global Cabin, Yamanashi Prefecture, JR-WestOsaka Kyoto Kobe Okayama Hiroshima, Wakayama, Gifu/JR Central and Gunma Prefecture. Timetable for Japan exhibitors:
• Sept 7, 3pm-4pm, 5pm-6pm
• Sept 8, noon-1pm, 3pm-4pm, 5pm-6pm
• Sept 9, noon-1pm, 3pm-4pm. Visitors who take part in JNTO’s questionnaire survey will receive a mystery gift and also when they “like” JNTO’s Facebook page.
They can also redeem gifts like a JNTO tumbler or coaster. Just show the original copy of the booking receipt to redeem your gift, while stocks last (terms and conditions apply).
In addition, purchasers may also stand a chance to bring home additional gifts at the “Draw & Win” lucky draw during redemption.
■ Visit JNTO’s booth to find out more about Fascinating Japan during MATTA Fair in PWTC, Kuala Lumpur, at booths 1161-1184 in Hall 1.
To find out more, drop by JNTO’s Malaysian website at www.jnto.org.my and like the Facebook page (Visit My Japan)